What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

<div><p>When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:</p><ul><li><p>How many years of experience do you have?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</p></li><li><p>Do you have worker’s compensation?</p></li><li><p>Do you use subcontractors on your projects?</p></li><li><p>Do you clean up after the job is done?</p></li><li><p>Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?</p></li><li><p>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you give free estimates?</p></li><li><p>What is the timeline for completion?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle change orders?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide at least three references?</p></li><li><p>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How thick should an asphalt driveway be?

<div><p>An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">install a new asphalt driveway</a> over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.</p></div>

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Q: How long does asphalt last?

<div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-an-asphalt-driveway-last.htm">asphalt driveway should last 25 to 30 years</a>, depending on the type of asphalt used, the climate, how well the foundation was prepared, the type of soil under the foundation, and how well you maintain your driveway. Maintaining asphalt by filling cracks and reapplying sealer every few years can help extend the life of your asphalt driveway.</p></div>

Q: What is the price per square foot of asphalt?

<div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">asphalt driveway costs</a> about <b>$7 to $15 per square foot</b>, including labor and materials. The cost will vary depending on your location, how thick the base material is, what prep is required, the thickness of the asphalt, and the accessibility of the job site. The national average cost to install an asphalt driveway is about <b>$4,740</b>. </p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2024
We LOVE our new deck! Dalton and the crew were friendly, worked very hard and did a beautiful job! People walk and drive by and compliment the deck all the time. Our project morphed as we went - Dalton and crew ended up replacing our existing driveway as the deck build progressed. We also had...
Spartan Construction
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Reviewed in August 2023
They'll be quick to acknowledge a signed estimate and to cash your check, but otherwise won't respond to questions or complaints about service. The estimator didn’t return messages over the course of six weeks, including when to expect the work to begin/how much notice I'd get (I found out when...
NIELSEN BLACKTOPPING
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Reviewed in January 2023
Levi came out to clear my rural driveway of snow the same day I called to schedule service. He worked hard, was pleasant to talk to, and charges a fair price for his work.
Outback Nature Service
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Reviewed in May 2021
Wonderful service, ontime, thoughtful, helpful. Driveway looked brand-new after Benjamin finished. Great job!
Eagle Hardscape LLC
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Reviewed in June 2017
We bought a spec home last fall from Heartland Homes. Part of the deal was they were to put in sod. This was a terrible job. They were told right away that we were unhappy with it. I told them it looked like it had not eve been rolled and I was told that it hadn't been by their representative....
Heartland Homes
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Reviewed in June 2015
It went very well. It was stamped and they used two different colors. It has the look of natural stone to a degree. They also did a sidewalk that looks very good. He put in a new driveway and sidewalk at my other house. He really knows what he is doing. I've referred him to other...
All Concrete Inc
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Reviewed in February 2012
Everything went smoothly. There was no mess to clean up and when they were done you could not even tell in the yard I had a major shingle project done. My house had Cedar shingles and two layers of asphalt shingles that had to be removed and new roof sheeting installed. Perfect job. Great...
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Asphalt driveway pros in Mankato

Solms Paving Company

420 North Business Interstate Highway 35

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Solms Paving Company

420 North Business Interstate Highway 35

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3 years of experience

Asphalt Restoration - We specialize in restoring driveways , parking lots - streets and highways. Crack filling/Seal - Asphalt Patching - Overlays - Level Ups and Milling .

Nick's Tree & Landscape

12390 Sherburne Ave

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Nick's Tree & Landscape

12390 Sherburne Ave

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

We are a professional company that will not let you down on any of your landscaping needs. At Nicks Tree and Landscape We have only the best well trained staff to get the job done the correct way. One call can do it all. check out our website at www.Nickstree.com for more info.

Warmzone

12637 S 265 W Suite 100

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Warmzone

12637 S 265 W Suite 100

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22 years of experience

WARMZONE is a national company designs and sells radiant snow removal systems for heated driveways and walkways, radiant floor heating and roof deicing. We have a trained staff of professionals that will learn about your project requirements and perscribe the best solution possible to heat your driveway or home. We have a network of subcontractors across the United States. Our consultations and designs are free and we have one of the largest selection of proven products to choose from. Call or email us to receive a free quote.

"They were absolutely wonderful. Will sure recommend them"

jorge d on April 2018

"They were absolutely wonderful. Will sure recommend them"

jorge d on April 2018

FAQs for asphalt driveway service projects in Mankato, MN

An asphalt driveway should last 25 to 30 years, depending on the type of asphalt used, the climate, how well the foundation was prepared, the type of soil under the foundation, and how well you maintain your driveway. Maintaining asphalt by filling cracks and reapplying sealer every few years can help extend the life of your asphalt driveway.

When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:

How many years of experience do you have?
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Do you have worker’s compensation?
Do you use subcontractors on your projects?
Do you clean up after the job is done?
Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?
Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?
Do you give free estimates?
What is the timeline for completion?
How do you handle change orders?
Can you provide at least three references?
Can I see some of the work you’ve done?

An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To install a new asphalt driveway over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.

An asphalt driveway costs about $7 to $15 per square foot, including labor and materials. The cost will vary depending on your location, how thick the base material is, what prep is required, the thickness of the asphalt, and the accessibility of the job site. The national average cost to install an asphalt driveway is about $4,740.

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